Fluffy Butt Acres: Stories of our flock

[micstrachan]

Mel.
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Tribe 2 in one of their preferred shelter spots.
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Cuties! You’re so good about posting pics.

 

[micstrachan]

That would be Hurry (Light gray hen?)
She's not quite as good looking as her mother, but she's a fine looking hen.
Here she is with her mother Ruffles.
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Gorgeous!

 

[dirkandlorie]

Aaww, thank you.. that is sweet! But while I miss mine being little.. I quite frankly prefer animals over children at this point in my life... ...

I agree with you, loved my kids, spoiled them them rotten, etc. But animals are so much easier. They don't whine and complain about everything, they love you to death, they're always happy to see you, and are grateful for everything you do for them! You couldn't pay me enough money to have more kids, but animals? MORE PLEASE! Lol

 

[BY Bob]

Aesthetically, I would prefer the rock I think.

That was my wife's response as well.

 

[WhoDatChick]

I agree with you, loved my kids, spoiled them them rotten, etc. But animals are so much easier. They don't whine and complain about everything, they love you to death, they're always happy to see you, and are grateful for everything you do for them! You couldn't pay me enough money to have more kids, but animals? MORE PLEASE! Lol

 

[WhoDatChick]

And on that note.... I am seriously considering getting some ducklings..... they will have their own yard and house.. not with the gals..

 

[MaryJanet]

I believe that a large part of the problem is flock size. Back when I only had 3 before, Daisy, the greatest hen ever, Patsy and Lilly, Lilly was also off on her own a lot. I truly believe that a small flock works best at 4 hens. Mine have always ranged in pairs, not 3s. I am seeing the same thing again.

I was so happy with the flock as it was. It took me two years to get it where I felt it was working optimally. It just makes me feel her loss everytime I see them. She left a big hole.

She was a great character. I imagine you'll miss her always.

 

[RoyalChick]

That was my wife's response as well.

What about an electric charged wire?

 

[MaryJanet]

That was my wife's response as well.

The large gravel/rocks will make a difference and I agree with doing the run first. It'll take the pressure off the hens a little. Just as well you made such a big coop.

How well will one new pullet integrate? I ask because Ivy and Peggy have caused the older hens to bond closer. There's a trio and a duo, whereas before there was a duo and a solo. I'm just wondering if one newcomer might be lonely. On the other hand, you'd know what best suits your hens.

 

[BY Bob]

What about an electric charged wire?

I have considered that.